Private Tours in Transylvania, Romania
Follow my adventures through the Caucasus, the Balkans, Southeast Asia and beyond as I inspire you to fill your own travels with colour, culture and creativity. The paved mountain road spans 150 kilometres, winding transylvania trips through the mountains with an adrenaline rush at every turn. The highway was built in the 1970s during the rule of the notorious Romanian dictator, Nicolae Ceaușescu, connecting Transylvania and Wallachia.
There are multiple companies that run tours for those extremely interested in these medieval fortresses. During our stay at our guesthouse in Moieciu we will visit a bear observatory and spend an evening in a hide to try spotting these impressive wild animals. Our local agent is in regular contact with the wildlife authorities to find out which hides offer the best chance of seeing bears depending on the areas where they have been most recently spotted. There are 22 hides in the area and they accommodate 5 to 15 people at a time, so depending on the size of the group you may be split between different hides.
Discover Dracula's Castle with its Gothic spires and rooftops rising dramatically from the forest, and enjoy dinner in the breathtaking grounds - a really atmospheric experience. My name is Nikita and I've created Hidden Gem Guide out of love for the less-travelled destinations around the world. As always in Europe, August can get scorching hot and busier so perhaps avoid if you don’t like heat.
Romania’s capital is a very welcoming place, and its residents are very proud. Locals will rejoice in telling you that Bucharest’s Palace of Parliament is the world’s third-largest administrative building. We travelled first to Brașov, a sprawling city in Transylvania surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains, where we will spend four nights. Throughout the tour, you will stay in minimum 3-star hotels; all hotels will have a restaurant and bar and all bedrooms have en suite facilities and modern amenities. We have an early start this morning as we continue our journey north through the heart of the German countryside and into Belgium and our overnight hotel. We leave our hotel after breakfast and commence our journey west, crossing the border into Hungary.
Spend six days exploring in the heart of one of Europe’s last untouched forests, staying in a 17th-century castle. Castle Daniel has a selection of boutique rooms that combine old-world charm with all the comfort of modern life. …And even though there were dark, rolling clouds overhead, the scene was nothing like this. But the drive below the Carpathians towards Bran Castle, all potholes, muted colours and rural scenes, culminating in the sight of Bran under the full moon, was the most beautiful part of the road trip. It works out on average at 123kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, guides, staff and office operations. Start with a gentle 3 hour hike through Cutilor Gorge that emerges into the expansive Cutilor Valley.
The property is a 20-minute drive away from Henri Coanda International Airport. Visit the surrounding villages to discover authentic peasants enjoying their simple lives, despite not having access to modern living conditions. Some peasants in Transylvania still travel by horse-drawn vehicles, which don’t look at all like carriages, and many of them don’t have yet access to running water. However, this doesn’t stop them from following traditions, enjoying the religious holidays, welcoming travelers, and thanking God for what they do have. It may sound obvious but Wild Frontiers tours are not always for everyone and it is important to us that the tour you choose is the most suitable. All our tours have a fitness rating as a guideline but you should check the day-by-day itinerary carefully.
Flights can be booked to match exactly with this tour, please contact us for best current prices and full details or, of course, to arrive early or extend your stay. For more information about travel insurance, please click here. Travel Insurance is compulsory on our challenges; we strongly suggest that you arrange insurance cover as soon as your booking with us is confirmed. Should you need to cancel on medical grounds, you will need insurance to cover the costs involved .
After Transfagarasan we can stop at Curtea de Arges to visit the monastery. The 16th-century church, a masterpiece of Romanian architecture, was chosen by King Carol to be the necropolis of the entire family. Transylvania is such an incredible region, make sure to discover this culturally rich region while visiting Romania.
It was a place to pause before investigating the painted houses and trinket shops below – like a seaside town, without the sea. Belgrade lies on the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. It has a long history dating back to the 4th century BC when the area was first settled by Celtic tribes. Later it became the Roman city of Singidunum and relics of that era can still be seen in the city, particularly the Kalemegdan Fortress. During the Middle Ages the town became a Serbian stronghold until the Ottoman invasion. Then, in 1878, when Serbia received its independence, Belgrade became the capital.
Perched high on a hill and surrounded by quaint streets you will be able to explore the defensive walls, towers and gates which circled the complex makiing it impossible to conquer during medieval times. Before returning to Sibiu we will stop at the Villa Vinea winery for a wine tasting of the area's finest wine. Our signature holiday to Transylvania is a 7-days trip, so you will have enough time to deeply explore Transylvania and Bucharest, at a leisurely pace. We designed the trip with overnights in Sibiu, Sighisoara and Brasov, so we don’t have to change too many hotels during our trip. Also, if you want to get a better taste of the Transylvanian countryside, we can arrange for you to stay in guesthouses located in some of Transylvania most picturesque villages.
If you need to cancel your tour, tourhub doesn't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of carpathian travel center charges. This is a private tour, so there will be no other person in the booked tour than you. Per request, we can also do this tour with German, French and Spanish guides. Today you will learn how to make traditional Romanian vegan „sarmale with rice and mushrooms” and „mamaliga” and have lunch at a peasant family’s home in the Surroundings of Sibiu. Booking amendments are offered if your holiday is cancelled due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Avoid changing the bulk of your money at the airport as the exchange rates are usually more favourable in the city. Your tour leader will be pleased to help if you need any assistance. The best time to visit Transylvania depends on what kind of experience you’re after.
It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid, and any visas are obtained in good time. Check the FCO’s advice on entry requirements for your destination to be sure. To find out if you need a visa you can check your requirements using our partner, Visa Machine, website here; please ensure you allow plenty of time.
There are multiple companies that run tours for those extremely interested in these medieval fortresses. During our stay at our guesthouse in Moieciu we will visit a bear observatory and spend an evening in a hide to try spotting these impressive wild animals. Our local agent is in regular contact with the wildlife authorities to find out which hides offer the best chance of seeing bears depending on the areas where they have been most recently spotted. There are 22 hides in the area and they accommodate 5 to 15 people at a time, so depending on the size of the group you may be split between different hides.
Discover Dracula's Castle with its Gothic spires and rooftops rising dramatically from the forest, and enjoy dinner in the breathtaking grounds - a really atmospheric experience. My name is Nikita and I've created Hidden Gem Guide out of love for the less-travelled destinations around the world. As always in Europe, August can get scorching hot and busier so perhaps avoid if you don’t like heat.
Romania’s capital is a very welcoming place, and its residents are very proud. Locals will rejoice in telling you that Bucharest’s Palace of Parliament is the world’s third-largest administrative building. We travelled first to Brașov, a sprawling city in Transylvania surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains, where we will spend four nights. Throughout the tour, you will stay in minimum 3-star hotels; all hotels will have a restaurant and bar and all bedrooms have en suite facilities and modern amenities. We have an early start this morning as we continue our journey north through the heart of the German countryside and into Belgium and our overnight hotel. We leave our hotel after breakfast and commence our journey west, crossing the border into Hungary.
Spend six days exploring in the heart of one of Europe’s last untouched forests, staying in a 17th-century castle. Castle Daniel has a selection of boutique rooms that combine old-world charm with all the comfort of modern life. …And even though there were dark, rolling clouds overhead, the scene was nothing like this. But the drive below the Carpathians towards Bran Castle, all potholes, muted colours and rural scenes, culminating in the sight of Bran under the full moon, was the most beautiful part of the road trip. It works out on average at 123kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, guides, staff and office operations. Start with a gentle 3 hour hike through Cutilor Gorge that emerges into the expansive Cutilor Valley.
The property is a 20-minute drive away from Henri Coanda International Airport. Visit the surrounding villages to discover authentic peasants enjoying their simple lives, despite not having access to modern living conditions. Some peasants in Transylvania still travel by horse-drawn vehicles, which don’t look at all like carriages, and many of them don’t have yet access to running water. However, this doesn’t stop them from following traditions, enjoying the religious holidays, welcoming travelers, and thanking God for what they do have. It may sound obvious but Wild Frontiers tours are not always for everyone and it is important to us that the tour you choose is the most suitable. All our tours have a fitness rating as a guideline but you should check the day-by-day itinerary carefully.
Flights can be booked to match exactly with this tour, please contact us for best current prices and full details or, of course, to arrive early or extend your stay. For more information about travel insurance, please click here. Travel Insurance is compulsory on our challenges; we strongly suggest that you arrange insurance cover as soon as your booking with us is confirmed. Should you need to cancel on medical grounds, you will need insurance to cover the costs involved .
After Transfagarasan we can stop at Curtea de Arges to visit the monastery. The 16th-century church, a masterpiece of Romanian architecture, was chosen by King Carol to be the necropolis of the entire family. Transylvania is such an incredible region, make sure to discover this culturally rich region while visiting Romania.
It was a place to pause before investigating the painted houses and trinket shops below – like a seaside town, without the sea. Belgrade lies on the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. It has a long history dating back to the 4th century BC when the area was first settled by Celtic tribes. Later it became the Roman city of Singidunum and relics of that era can still be seen in the city, particularly the Kalemegdan Fortress. During the Middle Ages the town became a Serbian stronghold until the Ottoman invasion. Then, in 1878, when Serbia received its independence, Belgrade became the capital.
Perched high on a hill and surrounded by quaint streets you will be able to explore the defensive walls, towers and gates which circled the complex makiing it impossible to conquer during medieval times. Before returning to Sibiu we will stop at the Villa Vinea winery for a wine tasting of the area's finest wine. Our signature holiday to Transylvania is a 7-days trip, so you will have enough time to deeply explore Transylvania and Bucharest, at a leisurely pace. We designed the trip with overnights in Sibiu, Sighisoara and Brasov, so we don’t have to change too many hotels during our trip. Also, if you want to get a better taste of the Transylvanian countryside, we can arrange for you to stay in guesthouses located in some of Transylvania most picturesque villages.
If you need to cancel your tour, tourhub doesn't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of carpathian travel center charges. This is a private tour, so there will be no other person in the booked tour than you. Per request, we can also do this tour with German, French and Spanish guides. Today you will learn how to make traditional Romanian vegan „sarmale with rice and mushrooms” and „mamaliga” and have lunch at a peasant family’s home in the Surroundings of Sibiu. Booking amendments are offered if your holiday is cancelled due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Avoid changing the bulk of your money at the airport as the exchange rates are usually more favourable in the city. Your tour leader will be pleased to help if you need any assistance. The best time to visit Transylvania depends on what kind of experience you’re after.
It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid, and any visas are obtained in good time. Check the FCO’s advice on entry requirements for your destination to be sure. To find out if you need a visa you can check your requirements using our partner, Visa Machine, website here; please ensure you allow plenty of time.
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